Cerebral palsy: Myths and facts with Dr. Beth | AboutKidsHealth at The Hospital for Sick Children

Cerebral palsy, the most frequent cause of physical disability in children in Canada, is a group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture. In this video, Dr. Beth explores some common myths and facts about cerebral palsy.

View our playlist to watch other videos in this series:    • Child Health Information with Dr. Beth  

You can watch the French version of this video here:    • Paralysie cérébrale : Mythes et faits  

These instructions are part of a teaching program for families of patients at The Hospital for Sick Children. They are provided in addition to detailed hands-on training. We urge you not to follow these instructions without training and advice from a health-care provider who understands your child’s unique needs. Please also review these instructions with your child’s health-care provider to check if they are suitable for your situation.

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